A message from Cross Members:Cross Members is a unique car club comprised of Christian car enthusiasts that came together for fun and fellowship, while enjoying the collector car hobby.

The club, founded in 2013 in Lincolnton, North Carolina, is a small Christian-based car club. Our club scripture is: Matthew 16:24 "Then said Jesus unto His disciples. If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow me"As Christians , we believe our Lord and Savior died on the cross for the redemption of our sins. By professing daily our Christian faith, we partner with Christ as "Cross Members". As members we attempt to know Him better and make Him better known as we share not only our faith, but the blessings of our "toys" as well.

About the name "Cross Members"In a time now referred to as "yester-year", the frames - the very foundation of cars were comprised of an important piece. That piece connected the indvidual side frames making them one - a complete unit, making them whole. That important connection piece was known as a "Cross Member". Just as the cross member of "yester-year" connected each side of an automobile frame to complete it, Jesus seeks to connect with each of us to complete us, to make us whole. The most recognized Christian symbol is that of the Christian cross, on which Christ died for the forgiveness of our sins. As a Christian-based car club, as "Cross Members", we first and foremost profess our Christian faith. We acknowledge that Christ displayed His love for us as He endured the shame of the cross, so that we may have life more abundantly. Therefore as Christians, we are forever connected to the cross. We call ourselves "Cross Members" as a means of acknowledging the imporant connection we share with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the One who completes us, and as a means of paying homage to the classic automobile of "yester-year".

About Cross Members* Christian Based Non-Profit Car Club* Club Colors: Silver; Black; White* Family oriented club, spouses and family members are encouraged to join and attend all events* Members are encouraged to wear the club T-shirt when attending a club sponsored event* No competition events among members, the club will attend primarily cruise-ins, social gatherings and Christian based events* The club will sponsor five events per driving season ( May thru September) with the intent of attending four (expecting at least one to be cancelled due to inclement weather) One of the planned events will be a Christian centered event.* No alcoholic beverages during a club sponsored event

Ten Commandments of Cross Members "Toy Car" Owners1. Thou shalt not love thy "toy car" more than thy wife and children2. Thou shalt not cruise on an unpaved road3. Thou shalt not ever fill up a "toy car with economy grade fuel4. Thou shalt not take a "toy car" thru an automatic car wash5. Thou shalt not fail to wave to another "toy car" owner6. Thou shalt not ever pass a "toy car" owner in distress7. Thou shalt not despise thy neighbor's Edsel, nor his DeSoto8. Thou shalt not use harsh language at thy "toy car" for it can be tempermental9. Thou shalt not ever acknowledge impors as true "toy cars"10. Thou shalt not deveive thy wife into thinking that thee is taking her for a romantic Sunday drive, when indeed thou art going to look at another "toy car"

About the name "Cross Members"In a time now referred to as "yester-year", the frames - the very foundation of cars were comprised of an important piece. That piece connected the indvidual side frames making them one - a complete unit, making them whole. That important connection piece was known as a "Cross Member". Just as the cross member of "yester-year" connected each side of an automobile frame to complete it, Jesus seeks to connect with each of us to complete us, to make us whole. The most recognized Christian symbol is that of the Christian cross, on which Christ died for the forgiveness of our sins. As a Christian-based car club, as "Cross Members", we first and foremost profess our Christian faith. We acknowledge that Christ displayed His love for us as He endured the shame of the cross, so that we may have life more abundantly. Therefore as Christians, we are forever connected to the cross. We call ourselves "Cross Members" as a means of acknowledging the imporant connection we share with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the One who completes us, and as a means of paying homage to the classic automobile of "yester-year".

About Cross Members* The name of the club shall be known as Cross Members Car Club* Membership is available to Christian car owners who have demonstrated an interest in the club, completed membership requirements, and has shown their support for the goals and purposes of the club.* Christian Based Non-Profit Car Club with no annual membership dues* Minimum age for membership and driving in club events is 21 years of age* Possession of a valid driver's license is required* There will be no discrimination against any member regardless of age, gender, race, disability and political beliefs* Members will respect the property of others* Members will maintain a positive club spirit and attitude and refrain from derogatory comments against other members, other clubs, or other club's members* Members must maintain control of their vehicles at all times. Burnouts and showing off will not be tolerated.* Club Colors: Silver; Black; White* Family oriented club, spouses and family members are encouraged to join and attend all events* Members are encouraged to wear the club T-shirt when attending a club sponsored event* No competition events among members, the club will attend primarily cruise-ins, social gatherings and Christian based events* The club will sponsor five events per driving season ( May thru September) with the intent of attending four (expecting at least one to be cancelled due to inclement weather) One of the planned events will be a Christian centered event* For courtesy to others, bringing pets to club functions is discouraged* There will be no alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs during a club sponsored event

Disregard or a violation of any of the above policies and guidelines may be considered grounds for terminationof membership.

About Cross Members* The name of the club shall be known as Cross Members Car Club* Club colors: Silver, Black, White* There will be no annual membership fee* Membership is available to Christian car owners who have demonstrated an interest in the club, completed the membership requirements, and has shown their support for the goals and purposes of the club.* Family oriented club, spouses are encouraged to join and attend all events* Minimum age for membership and driving in club events is 21 years of age* Possession of a valid driver's license is required* There will be no discrimination against any member regardless of age, gender, race, disability and political beliefs* Members will respect the property of others* Members will maintain a positive club spirit and attitude and refrain from derogatory comments against other members, other clubs, or other club's members* Members must maintain control of their vehichles at all times. Burnouts and "showing off" will not be tolerated.* For courtesy to others, bringing pets to a club function is discouraged.* Members are encouraged to wear the club t-shirt and cap to all club sponsored events.* The club will sponsor five events per driving season (May thru October, with no scheduled event in July) with the intent of attending four (expecting at least one to be cancelled due to inclement weather) One of the planned events will be a Christian centered event. There will be a club sponsored social gathering during the Christmas season.* There will be no alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs at a club sponsored event.* Disregard or a violation of any of the above policies and guidelines may be considered grounds for termination of membership

Cross Members "Ten Commandments"1. Thou shalt not love thy "toy car" more than thy wife and children; as much, but not more2. Thou shalt not cruise on an unpaved road3. Thou shalt not take a "toy car" thru an automatic car wash4. Thou shalt not ever fill up with economy grade fuel5. Thou shalt not read thy Hemmings on company time, lest thy employer make it impossible to continue thy payments6. Thou shalt not ever pass a "toy car" owner in distress7. Thou shalt not despise thy neighbor's Edsel, nor his DeSoto8. Thou shalt not use harsh language at a "toy car" for it can be tempermental9. Thou shalt not have more wallet or cell phone pictures of thy "toy car" than thy wife, children and grand-kids10.Thou shalt not deceive thy wife into thinking that thee is taking her for a romantic Sunday drive, when indeed thou art going out to look at purchasing another "toy car"